LAKE WALES, Fla.
– Bok Tower Gardens is once again going to the dogs for a good cause on Saturday, September 7 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with special activities 9 a.m. to noon during the Bark Tower Gardens’ Dog Day of Summer. The event is sponsored in part by Veterinary Healthcare Associates of Winter Haven and the Lake Wales News.

Leashed and friendly dogs are invited to visit in support of the Humane Society of Polk County, which will receive 50 percent of the event proceeds. Dog admission, including a doggie gift bag, is just $5 per dog. Regular human admission rates apply.

“Dogs are such an important member of our families,” explains David Price, Gardens’ president. “We welcome them to the Gardens on two special days each year to help our friends at the Humane Society, but also as a way to encourage families to get out in nature with their pets.”

Tips on health, safety, dog grooming and adoption, as well as some special friends who need a good home will be available from 9 a.m. to noon. “Ask a Vet” and “Ask a Trainer” experts will be on hand to answer questions, and doggie boutique items will be for sale. Judges will select the cutest, most unusual, owner look-a-like, most talented, and best kisser dogs with prizes provided for the top three winners in each category. Water bowls will be located throughout the Gardens.

The Humane Society of Polk County is Polk County’s first and only no kill animal shelter. They are committed to caring for our furry friends; therefore, all accepted animals are spayed or neutered, provided with shots, heartworm tested or feline leukemia/aids tested, de-wormed, micro-chipped, and provided a physical exam by a local veterinarian. But they can’t do all of this alone. They need support from the local community, and this event is a great way to enjoy the Gardens and help rescue abandoned dogs at the same time. Celebrate all the lives that have been saved and maybe save another one yourself!

Visitors are encouraged to bring a plastic bag to dispose of pet waste. Visit boktowergardens.org or humanesocietyofpolkcounty.org for more information.

About Bok Tower Gardens:
Voted Florida’s best garden, Bok Tower Gardens is a National Historic Landmark located 10 miles from LEGOLAND Florida, 55 miles southwest of Orlando and 60 miles east of Tampa near Lake Wales in Central Florida’s rolling hills of citrus. Open every day of the year from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Visitor Center, Café and Gift Shop are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $12 for adults and $3 for ages 5-12. Members and children under 5 are admitted free. LEGOLAND ticket holders will receive free admission for children under 12. For more information, contact Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Boulevard, Lake Wales FL 33853; 863-676-1408 or visit www.BokTowerGardens.org.

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